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Are you looking for immune boosting alternatives to antibiotics? If so, you have come to the right place. This article is chock full of advice to help you boost your immunity naturally.

Vitamins and Minerals

In order for your body to function properly, it must have the nutrients it requires. There are a variety of vitamins and minerals that can help improve your immunity and shorten the duration of an illness, including vitamin C and zinc. Vitamin C is found in citrus fruits. This vitamin helps boost immunity from the inside out. Zinc is used to shorten the duration of many illnesses, including the common cold.

Foods

Elderberry and cranberry are two great foods that help prevent and treat infections. Elderberry works by blocking bacteria and body. This helps prevent an infection from developing in the body. Cranberry, on the other hand, treats urinary infections by flushing the urinary tract.

Herbs

Echinacea has been used for centuries to help prevent colds and viruses. Another popular herb is oil of oregano. This essential oil boost immunity and fights off infections throughout the body.

Digestion

Many people do not realize that the immune system is primarily based in the digestive tract. Therefore, it is essential that you care for your intestinal health. Taking a variety of probiotics, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus, increases the immune boosting power of the digestive tract. In order to stay healthy, you must eat a diet rich in nutrients. This means avoiding processed foods and sticking to whole foods. Eat a variety of fruits and vegetables along with lean proteins to keep your body healthy so it can fight off infections.
Boosting your immunity naturally is not difficult if you know which herbs and foods help improve immunity. Say goodbye to antibiotics and hello to a healthier, new you by using herbs to help prevent and treat infections.

Retin-A vs. Retinol

Both are retinoids and made from vitamin A to promote faster skin cell turnover. They are some of the most proven, effective ways for treating acne to signs of aging.

Retinoids can be prescript by a doctor and can be also found in a range of over-the-counter products. Prescription-level retinoids fall into these groups:

• Tretinoin; brands Atralin, Retin-A, Retin-A Micro, Renova
• Tazarotene; brand Tazorac
• Adapalene; brand Differin

All the groups prevent the buildup of dead cells in the skin’s pores and follicles, Common side effects of using Vitamin A products range from: dryness, redness, irritation and skin peeling to making skin more sensitive to the sun.

Retinol is found in lots of products that don’t require a prescription. Retinol is much weaker than prescription retinoids, unless vitamin A is listed as one of the top 5 ingredients and the product is packaged in an airtight bottle. Neither retinoids  nor retinols should be used by breastfeeding or pregnant women.

To use it, clean and tone your skin. You should be using an AHA or a BHA product. After, your skin is clean and dry apply a dab to your fingertip. It will be enough for your entire face. You can apply it underneath your eyes, but avoid applying it to your eyelids.
Start using the product once every other day at night. If you apply it in the morning, the sunlight during the day will deactivate its potency. If you find your skin tolerates the retinol well, you can start using it every night or you can apply it as directed by your doctor. You may start to notice your skin gets red or flaky as you use the product. Do not stop using it and do not increase the amount you use.

You can and should use either prescription or non-prescription retinol with other anti-aging creams. These should include antioxidants and niacinamide. Be sure to apply an SPF cream for daytime wear after you treat your skin with the retinol at night. Sun damage is one of the greatest contributors to aging skin, so it is vital that you make use of an SPF of 15 or 25. The higher the SPF, the better off your skin will look after several retinol treatments.

While the retinol can make your skin look luminous and young in time, remember you cannot count on using it alone to achieve the results you want. Be sure to follow the instructions exactly as indicated by skin care professionalist or as indicated on the package. Always use it in combination with other anti-aging ingredients and enjoy your beautiful skin.

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When I was a child, I was told like most other people how a high sugar diet could contribute to acne problems. There are also many other ways in which a person’s diet can affect their skin, and unfortunately it can be hard to pay attention to this fact when everything tastes so good!

Sugar doesn’t just contribute to acne, but it also contributes to skin blemishes and other skin tone imperfections. Starches and sugars are causing rapid rises in blood sugar and that spikes cause the inflammation. A lot of people forget about simple carbohydrates and starches, they think about white breads, pastas, and potatoes but the body metabolizes these foods into sugar almost immediately, which causes your blood sugar to rise.

Gluten is another ingredient in many food items that can affect people’s skin and cause other health issues as well.

Naturally, eating the right healthy foods is going to affect your skin in positive ways, and it’s just as important to know what foods those are as it is to know which ones to avoid.

Alcohol causes redness, dehydration and fine lines look worsen. It affects the liver, which helps the body rid itself of toxins. This can cause the skin to look grey and dry. Other symptoms include: redness between the eyes, droopy eyelids and a dehydrated complexion. Alcohol is also known to create a ruddy appearance on the cheeks and nose due to increased inflammation.

You also want to avoid processed foods as much as possible, which means you should be eating whole foods, organic foods even, and cook whenever possible. Start with breakfast, and make a healthy and nutritious breakfast without all the gluten that cereal contains.

Dairy products can be good for your skin, but not if you’re lactose intolerant or your body doesn’t digest these types of foods well enough. Dairy signs on your skin includes: puffy complexion, dark circles, spots. If you feel bloated or slightly nauseous the next time you drink a glass of milk that might be because of inflammation. Later that leads to puffiness, bags under the eyes and dark circles. Not even mentioning the hormones and chemicals contained in dairy products. They can upset your  hormonal balance too, causing skin cell reproduction to go haywire ?

Remember to pay just as much attention to helpful foods like blueberries, strawberries and other whole fruits and vegetables. Eat the right foods, and you’ll notice a huge difference in the way your skin looks each day.

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SPF- wear it on not?

As an Esthetician I can assure you that you will regret in 20 years from now for not having worn sunscreen when you look at your skin compared to friends and family who have worn daily sunscreen.

Top five reasons you should wear sunscreen:

1. The ozone layer is depleting and our body needs shielding from harmful rays.
2. Skin cancer rates are on the rise and sunscreen has been proven to decrease the development of skin cancer.
3. It helps to prevent skin discolorations.
4. It helps to reduce the appearance of facial red veins and blotchiness.
5. It slows down the premature skin aging and wrinkles.

What about the need for obtaining vitamin D via the sun?

Most people can meet vitamin D requirements of 600 IU per day with daily 30 minutes outdoor activities, twice per week. Same result they can achieve by eating vitamin D rich diet of fish, milk, dairy, liver, eggs or taking vitamin D supplement. So prolonged sun exposure gives no extra benefits of Vitamin D production.

Medications, that increase risks of sun burns and damage.

There are many medications which may make the skin extra susceptible to sun. These include: anti-inflammatory, cardiovascular and acne medications.:

• Doxycycline and Minocycline used in the treatment of acne
• Accutane
• Topical acne products, such as vitamin A (Yes! your Retin A from Doctor office!)
• Benzoyl Peroxide.

Are there any natural sunscreen?

Yes. The newest sunscreens are formulated with either tinted mineralized zinc oxide or titanium dioxide that can bronze the skin or matched to skin color.

Are there any natural spray-on sunscreens?

Yes, Spray-on sunscreen are great for people who don’t like the feel of lotion on their hands or face. Great spray sunscreen to try is a Cosmedix Reflect.

Do I need to reapply SPF every 2 hours?

Yes. Most of the SPF stop working after 2 hours. If you plan to spend ore time outside then you need to reapply it after 2 hours.

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Fad diets and health fads come and go but one that has stood the test of time is the benefits of drinking lemon water. For many years proponents of drinking fresh lemon juice with pure, warm water have claimed that those taking regular doses of this mixture enjoy some amazing health benefits.

Lemons are filled to the brim with Vitamins. C, B-complex vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and fiber. (Fun fact: they contain more potassium than apples or grapes!). So a regular glass of water with lemon juice helps to keep the bodies vitamin C levels topped up – which is great news for those who suffer during cold and flu season. Secondly warm lemon water is said to aid in digestion – making it the perfect drink to accompany morning cereal.

Just remember that lemon juice can be hard on the enamel of your teeth so it’s important to dilute it with water of any temperature. Drink it first thing in the morning, and wait 15 to 30 minutes to have breakfast to receive full benefits.

Lemons are also very detoxifying. They help digestion system to eliminate toxins from the body thanks to pectin fiber. Aside from aiding in digestion a warm lemon juice and water drink can also help reduce inflammation of joints which makes it a favorite with those who may suffer from arthritis or similar conditions.

Those who enjoy the drink also claim that it has almost miraculous effects on the skin – keeping it elastic and helping to maintain a youthful appearance free of blemishes. It also helps maintain the health of the eyes and can assist in fighting eye problems.

The ideal mixture should use one teaspoon of fresh lemon juice in a medium sized glass

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